Dr. Jake Barnett grew up on a farm in Chattanooga. He began his undergraduate studies at Tennessee Wesleyan University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology while also playing college baseball.
Dr. Barnett attended the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, earning his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine in 2015. After veterinary school, he practiced general medicine near Sacramento, California, before returning to the South to focus on emergency medicine. His professional interests include surgery, internal medicine, and client education.
In his free time, Dr. Barnett enjoys kayaking, hunting, fly fishing, mountain biking, and hiking. He is also scuba-certified and passionate about all animals, both on land and in the sea. He shares his home with three dogs: a chocolate Labrador named Cabela, a dachshund mix named Goose, and a mixed breed named Smush.